Mirror Work

One of the important techniques of Saurashtra is the heer embroidery which has bold geometric patterns worked in silk. The Mutwa women of the Banni area of Kutch have a distinct style of embroidery. They create fine embroidery works with stylized motifs and mirrors of the size of pinheads.

The Gracia Jats use geometric patterns of embroidery works on the yoke of their long dresses. Sauurashtra also makes embroidered quilts. Kutch prepares quilts with appliqué works and also makes quilts from small multi- colored cloth pieces. Bikaner has a distinct style of embroidery, which is prepared on woolen ordhnis with woolen thread. They stimulate the Bandhani effect.